Background - 'The Schedule of Fun'
- with your Facilitators, Jenn La Fair & Patricia Athena

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Dreams do come true in Hawaii...
How about YOU personalise your journey of a lifetime?
Immerse yourself in warm, lush, colourful, relaxed, fun, tropical island paradise with tours to local dive spots and Sacred Site Tours to places to do blessing & healing ceremony, chanting prayer with the Ipu, the ancient Hawaiian Hula instrument and meditation at power sites or you can do nature walks & adventurous activities.

Swim with Wild Dolphins on our boat trips as well as at local bays with highly experienced swimmers . There is much research done that indicates the powerful healing and energising effects of dolphin sonar. They are very intelligent and playful, with a strong curiosity for connecting with humans.

You receive guidance from experts in their field with spiritual inquiry and meditation, breathing and mindfulness practices. You'll have plenty of time to yourself during the week and be encouraged to practice these simple techniques and self-inquiry. You'll have support to help you yet freedom to have your own "direct experience". Enlightenment is possible in 7 days, the outcome can be "highest knowledge here and now" or it can help get you far enough down the road that you will get there soon enough
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Learn to TURN FEAR INTO JOY & Swim Safe in the Ocean with friendly, caring experts who have much experience with local snorkel and dive sites and who also have much care, respect & deep connection for the natural environment.
Lap up the beautiful blue ocean wonderland of Big Island of Hawaii with the turtles, colorful reef fish and of course the majestic, friendly dolphins, who are the masters of playfulness and a true, loving, healing friend to humans.
Nurture and love your body with Hawaiian Healing Massage! with the best, most experienced Hawaiian healing body worker, massage therapist and massage trainer with 18 years in Hawaiian nurturing with her hands many 1000's of clients.

The island has sumptuous local organic produce to enjoy, fruit & veg, coffee and much more. The local markets are fabulous for local island craft & artistry & produce.

Time out from your everyday world to dive into a mystical journey of self discovery, empowerment, relaxation, nurturing, joy and knowing you are definitely on the path to dreaming your dreams alive!.

Connect with the ancient Lemurian and ancient Hawaiian energies in the land and sea.

A return to nature. Simple and true. A grounding healing space set in a great energy vortex.
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About Our Facilitators
Jenn La Fair
20 years experience  ~ as a Bodyworker, Writer, Poet, Wellbeing Practitioner & Facilitator. Dip. Rem.Massage, Cert. Pilates Fundamentals Instructor, Kundalini Yoga & Meditation Teacher, Cert. Hawaiian Temple-style Kahuna Bodywork, Cert. Lomi Lomi (Heartworks), Cert. Sacred Stone Massage, Cert. Kwan Yin Energy Healing, Cert. Flower of Life, and Co-Facilitator of Dolphinwave /Aloha Retreats worldwide.

Patricia Athena
In total Patricia has 40 years experience ~ as an elite athlete, a leading nation-wide teacher and program writer for phys ed, director of the National Heart Foundation, Director of wellbeing retreat Brightside & Aloha Retreats in Hawaii, Egypt, Greece & Bali, International facilitator of sacred geometry workshops & Flower of Life meditation & Kwan Yin energy healing workshops.
Watch the panoramic sun set over the misty ocean while doing yoga, meditation or simply giving thanks at sunset at the picturesque Forgiveness Pool for your wonderful life experiences, healing and transforming fears and challenges into new depths of hope, clarity and soul nourishment in living your dreams.

Some take the time to be more gentle healing time with themselves; some people and their children or family come on our Hawaii Retreat for the overall healing experience; others choose to lap up the "natural energy" of the Big Island enjoying more adventure and activity. Whichever way we can help you work out the best retreat for your enjoyment.

Stand tall and shine!!! .... in powerful, energizing, peaceful, healing, meditation and talking circles activating deeper wisdom, shedding light on your true self, rediscover your birth-right to love yourself and to be truly open to love, and connects you with a supportive group in being more balanced in your Heavenly self and Earthly self together.

We visit sacred sites around the island, such as the active Volcanoes National Park, which is a very important ancient and modern sacred site of the Hawaiians and also home to the Hawaiian Goddess Pele.
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Our Accommodation
About The location of WhaleSpirit Sanctuary
The 19.5° latitude point can be seen as the intersection between the light body of the planet and its physical surface. This then creates the ability to connect to other dimensions and an energetic predisposition for inter-dimensional experiences. Maybe this is why the Hawaiians refer to this sacred place as God’s Pathway.
Don’t simply take our word for it. Come and sit on our lanai at the Whale Spirit Sanctuary and quiet yourself. Within moments you will feel your soul respond to something truly amazing!

Your fresh, clean accommodation, at WhaleSpirit Sanctuary, is set in the magnificent mountain area just above the paradise bays you'll be swimming in everyday. These bays are where powerful ancient Hawaiian sacred places reside which the local Hawaiians still upkeep and utilise to this day for ceremony.

WhaleSpirit Sanctuary Accommodation Photos (Click to Enlarge)

Itinerary

Details of the Retreat
Come and enjoy a wonderful 7 day retreat where we will swim with wild dolphins and visit the majestic whales and friendly dolphins in the crystal blue warm waters of Hawaii.
Please note that some details in schedule may change.

What you will experience:
DAY 1
  • Arrive Kona Big Island Hawaii
  • Welcome and orientation
  • Welcome gathering 5pm and visit to 'Place of Refuge' Honanau for sunset meditation and swim and snorkel practice
DAY 2
  • 6.30am Breakfast awakened by aroma of organic Hawaiian coffee brewing! Tropical fruits, cereal, toast, coconut juice
  • 7.30am Down to bay for early swim/snorkel- snacks after swim on bay-introductory dive talk and practice. Swim with amazing sea life and maybe dolphins in the bay
  • Lunch and afternoon, afternoon local tour of the Captain Cook area- organic coffee farm Sunset Yoga with Jenn and meditation and lomi massage/healing session
  • 7pm- evening program- dolphin stories- Sound meditation 
DAY 3
  • Kona boat trip our special day to be out with the dolphins and do ceremony
  • 6.30am morning boat trip off Kona coast to visit huge dolphin pods and whales off the Kona coast.
  • Lunch in Kona town after morning of dolphin fun
  • Sunset Yoga and meditation with Jenn, Patricia
  • Afternoon- rest, 7pm evening session and guest speaker/ music and celebration
DAY 4
  • 7am early dolphin swim in the bay, lunch
  • Afternoon visit to local sites and shops including local organic markets and craft market
  • Sunset Yoga and meditation, massage/
  • 7pm- Pod healing session with group 
DAY 5
  •   Pele Ceremony day-amazing trip to the home of Pele
  •   Early breakfast and travel across the center of the island to Puna (Hilo side). Visit to the volcano and local sights, trip to hot springs for cleansing and Watsu (water healing).
  •   Trip to Volcano- Kilauea Crater and fire goddess ceremony. Evening return to Kona after an amazing day
DAY 6
  • 7am Breakfast Kona boat trip out with the dolphins
  • Lunch and afternoon, afternoon local tour of the area, Francene Hart gallery
  • Sunset Yoga and meditation and massage/healing session
  • 7pm- evening program- dolphin stories-  Patricia Athena and local pod
DAY 7
  • 7am Breakfast and early dolphin swim in the bay
  • Lunch and afternoon  
  • Sunset Yoga and meditation and sharing
  • Celebration and Farewell Dinner-with dance and music
DAY 8
  • Early swim and prepare for departure. Aloha until next time
Inclusions
  • Wild dolphin swims including 1 boat trip
  • 1 luxurious Hawaiian Lomi massage (1 hour)
  • All transport
  • Accommodation for 7 nights
  • All breakfasts and 3 lunches
  • Sacred Site Tours with blessings & healing ceremonies
  • Daily Yoga classes & personalised Meditation & Mindfulness training
  • Ocean Awareness & How-to-swim-like-a-dolphin Training
  • Optional extra: Hawaiian healing bodywork & massage
Exclusions
  • Airfares
  • Travel insurance
  • Some meals
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Hawaii Sacred Journeys
* Hawaii Background, Itinerary & Registration
* Hawaii Gallery
COST
1. Early Bird Offer: $2490 USD. 
Receive $200 USD off normal price ($2,690). 
Book by 15 December, 2018.
(applies to first 7 people only and payment in full by 8 January, 2019).
$300 USD deposit on booking to secure the 'early bird' offer.

2. Full Price: $2690 USD
Full payment by 8 January 2019.
​$300 USD deposit on booking to secure your place.

*** For every extra person a group adds after a group booking of 2 people, an extra discount of $100USD for every person applies.

Registration Form and Payment - 2019 Retreats
Please fill out the Registration Form below and submit so we have all your details, including your release and waiver liability form, then please choose a payment method

By Credit/Debit Card:
Please contact us to enquire about credit/debit card payment. Note that a card fee will apply.

OR By Bank Transfer:
If you would like to pay via direct debit/bank transfer from your bank to ours, please Email Patricia to request banking details. Note that no bank fees apply.

Still have Questions or Need further guidance?
Contact Patricia Athena if you have any queries about Registration and Event Payment at (+61) 0411 559 188 or Email.
** Please book early as numbers are limited for this retreat.

    Registration Form

BIG ISLAND BLISS RETREAT 2019 Release and waiver of liability disclaimer: I hereby agree to the following: 1. That I am participating in the Big Island Bliss Retreat 2019 with Patricia Athena & Jenn Sedman, during which I will be participating in all water and land activities including ocean swimming. I recognize that these activities require physical exertion that may be strenuous and may cause physical injury, and I am fully aware of the risks and hazards involved.
2. I understand that it is my responsibility to consult with a physician prior to and regarding my participation in the yoga classes, bodywork, workshops, and any other activities on the retreat. I represent and warrant that I am physically fit and I have no medical condition that would prevent my full participation in any activities associated with the retreat, or any physical activities.
3. In consideration of being permitted to participate in the Big Island Bliss Retreat 2019 with Patricia Athena & Jenn Sedman, I agree to assume full responsibility for any risks, injuries or damages, known or unknown, which I might incur as a result of participating in the Retreat.
4. In further consideration of being permitted to participate in the retreat, I knowingly, voluntarily and expressly waive any claim I may have against Patricia Athena or Jenn Sedman, Aloha Retreats & Living in Bliss program. 5. I, my heirs or legal representatives forever release waive, discharge and covenant not to sue Patricia Athena or Jenn Sedman, Aloha Retreats or Living in Bliss for any injury or death caused by their negligence or other acts.
6. I have read the above release and waiver of liability and fully understand its contents. I voluntarily agree to the terms and conditions stated above.
What to Bring
For swimming sessions. We recommend a good set of snorkel and fins. The correct gear is so important. Jenn and Patricia Athena will guide you in being comfortable in the water plus advise about your gear. You can hire / buy them in Hawaii.

Practice is very important so that no time is wasted in Hawaii and you feel comfortable with your gear in the water.

This will definitely enhance your dolphin/ ocean experience. Bring hats and a good sun cream plus a rash shirt to protect against the sun. We may be in the water for 1 hour or more.

Bring monies for spending on coffees and snacks along the way. There will be 4-5 meals at a restaurants and will vary in cost from $8- $20. There will be short stops for shopping and you are encouraged to do your bigger shopping before or after the tour.
For information about dolphin/ human interactions and the amazing benefit and effect on the body see Patricia Athena's research paper HERE
Farewells and Mahalo to all!!!
Take a piece of magic with you when you leave Hawaii and journey forward into your everyday life with new sparkle, knowing that dreams really do come true.